Sacramento Spinal Cord Injury Lawyer
Understanding the Scope of Spinal Cord Damage in America
According to the National Spinal Cord Injury Statistical Center, there
are currently more than 250,000 men, women, and children living with spinal
cord damage in the United States today. Healthcare costs for these injuries
approach $4 billion annually. Spinal cord damage can be extremely severe,
debilitating, and life altering. If you are experiencing severe pain and
difficulties after a spinal cord injury caused by another person's
negligence, turn to The Law Office of Michael R. Loewen for help filing
a claim against the liable parties.
What are the common causes spinal cord injuries?
Car accidents are among the most common causes of spinal cord injuries. Particularly
in cases where the vehicle is struck from behind, a collision can cause
a victim's body to be "whipped" or snapped forward and backward
suddenly. This puts immense strain on the spine. Some relatively mild
cases will result in temporary damage to the muscle and soft tissue. There
are cases, however, where the damage is much more severe and the vertebrae,
discs, and / or joints are impacted. If the actual structure of the spinal
column is disrupted, the damage can be very extensive and even life threatening.
Some major causes of spinal cord injuries, include:
- Swimming pool / diving accidents
- Sports accidents
- Recreational accidents involving snowboarding, skiing, and other activities
- Medical malpractice
- Slip and falls
Symptoms of Spinal Cord Injuries
It is important to seek medical attention immediately if someone has suffered
or may have suffered a spinal injury. Prompt emergency care is crucial
to treating your condition, as well as documenting essential evidence
for your claim.
Pay attention to the following symptoms of spinal cord damage:
- Pain and numbing in the limbs
- Tingling in the neck or back
- Loss of bowel/bladder control
- Spasms
- Difficulties with mobility and balance
- Lack of sensation to hot and cold
- Breathing difficulties
Our Sacramento Spinal Cord Injury Attorney Can Help You
If someone in your family has suffered a spinal cord injury in an accident
caused or partially caused by a third party, we at
The Law Office of Michael R. Loewen would like to encourage you to contact our office as quickly as possible.
Our Sacramento spinal injury lawyers are here to help you pursue any possible
avenue of compensation. We are experienced in representing injury victims
and passionate about helping our clients pursue the justice they deserve.
We may be able to put you in touch with world-class spinal surgeons and
neurologists, even if you don't have medical insurance.
Call our spinal cord injury lawyer in Sacramento
today to schedule your
complimentary case review
session.